Staff Pharmacist

CVS Health; Lewisburg (Union County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to lead pharmacy operations, manage patient health, and support a dedicated team. This role emphasizes patient care, compliance with regulations, and the ability to work collaboratively in a retail environment. Join a company committed to transforming health care and improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

401(k)

Stock Purchase Plans

Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist License in the state where the Store is located.
• 1-2 years of related experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient health through safe dispensing and counseling.
• Support pharmacy operations and oversee pharmacy team.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Mathematical Reasoning

Education

Active Pharmacist License

Active National Provider Identifier (NPI)

Job description

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At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Job Purpose And Summary

At CVS Health, we are focused on transforming health care for our customers and making our company a great place to work. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs, and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. Within our Retail locations, we bring this promise to life with heart every day. Our Staff Pharmacists play a critical role in cultivating a culture of excellence in their pharmacy by acting as a role model for all, demonstrating genuine care, and setting the bar for the pharmacy team.

As a Staff Pharmacist, you play a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients. In addition to supporting the Pharmacy Manager in leading and directing the pharmacy team, you are accountable for supporting the management, oversight, and operation of all aspects within your pharmacy.

The Staff Pharmacist’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Living our purpose by helping to manage and improve patient health through safe and appropriate dispensing, counseling, and immunizing practices
• Taking direction from the Pharmacy Manager and overseeing the pharmacy as their proxy during bench shifts without overlap, including strengthening pharmacy performance measures through effective coaching and consistent follow-up of pharmacy team members and providing feedback about pharmacy team performance to the Pharmacy Manager as needed
• Assumes Pharmacy Manager’s day-to-day duties when serving as the only or the primary pharmacist-on-duty
• Supporting safe and accurate prescription fulfillment by following—and directing the pharmacy team to follow—pharmacy workflow procedures and utilizing the safety guardrails at every workstation
• Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care, and coaching the pharmacy team to do the same: demonstrating compassionate care, collaborating with the patient’s total healthcare team, and proactively resolving insurance and/or medication issues
• Proactively offering and delivering immunizations to keep patients healthy; engaging and supporting Pharmacy Technicians to learn to immunize
• Supporting the effective management of pharmacy inventory by following—and coaching the pharmacy team to follow—all inventory best practices, with a special focus on protecting cold chain products for our patients and our business
• Partnering with the Pharmacy Manager to ensure pharmacy operations are compliant with the appropriate state Board of Pharmacy regulations at all times; escalating issues or concerns to the Pharmacy Manager and/or Rx DL for timely resolution if/as needed
• Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs, while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic; supporting the Pharmacy Manager by writing the pharmacy schedule if/as directed
• Maintaining relevant clinical and technical skills for the job as the industry evolves (including but not limited to company-required trainings and CMEs); actively seeking opportunities to expand knowledge to better support patients
• Supporting access to care and helping to improve patient outcomes through pharmacist delivered clinical care such as testing and prescribing services (e.g., COVID/Flu, Hormonal Contraception, etc.) where permissible; empowers the pharmacy team to provide holistic care at every step in the patient care journey
• Understanding and complying with all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles; complying with CVS Health policies and procedures to help support patient safety and complying with controlled substance dispensing and recordkeeping, to protect patient privacy and security, and to maintain a safe and inclusive workplace for our colleagues

Required Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist License in the state where the Store is located
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Not on the DEA Excluded Parties list

Essential Functions

• Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
• Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
• Attention and Focus:
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time
• Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs
• Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety
• Customer Service and Team Orientation:
• Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner
• Notice and understand patients’ reactions, and respond appropriately
• Communication Skills:
• Use and understand verbal and written communication to interact with patients and colleagues
• Utilize active listening by giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Mathematical Reasoning:
• Use math to solve problems, such as determining the total number of tablets to dispense, day’s supply, etc.
• Issue Resolution:
• Identify challenging patient or colleague interactions and choose the best course of action when faced with multiple options
• Physical Demands:
• Be mobile and remain upright for extended periods
• Lift, scan, and bag items
• Reach overhead; stretch or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs to grasp items
• Move fingers repetitively; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand or arm
• Extend hands and arms to place, move, or lift items
• Control precision; quickly adjust machines to exact positions
• Stoop to a considerable degree, requiring full use of lower extremities and back muscles
• Close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, reading, visual inspection of small parts
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs., frequently lift up to 10 lbs.
• Express or exchange ideas verbally with detailed instructions
• Receive detailed information through oral communication
• Any additional tasks as directed by Supervisor or Manager

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience in pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service
• Ability to work in other locations as needed

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $60.00 - $74.00

This pay range represents the base hourly or annual salary. The actual offer depends on experience, education, location, and other factors. This position may be eligible for bonuses or incentives.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(k), stock purchase plans, wellness programs, paid time off, flexible schedules, and more. For details, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

Application deadline: 07/05/2025

CVS Health is committed to equal opportunity employment and accommodating individuals with disabilities. For reasonable accommodations, contact [e-mail].